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lilacseesaw's review against another edition
5.0
After having “The Heart Principle” on my shelf for a couple of years, waiting for the right moment to get to it, I finally got around to read it. I loved the first and second book in the series, so it should’ve come as no surprise that I ended up loving this one as well, though I didn’t expect that I would to this extent. It was a relatable, comforting, hot and sweet.
torinori's review against another edition
5.0
I never have the right words to describe how much I love Helen Hoang’s writing. She has a way of gripping you so deeply and pulling you in to her world. This book hit me so much harder than the others. I love this series more than anything, but this book truly made a mark.
I have not cried at a book so intensely like I did with this book. Anna and Quan’s struggles with their family and careers could be felt so intensely throughout the book that at some points I honestly forgot it was a romance. That’s not to be taken in a bad way, because it made it more relatable. Helen did not skirt around these real issues that needed to be addressed with full seriousness. I could not recommend Helen as a writer more, but especially this book.
I have not cried at a book so intensely like I did with this book. Anna and Quan’s struggles with their family and careers could be felt so intensely throughout the book that at some points I honestly forgot it was a romance. That’s not to be taken in a bad way, because it made it more relatable. Helen did not skirt around these real issues that needed to be addressed with full seriousness. I could not recommend Helen as a writer more, but especially this book.
figallium's review against another edition
4.0
holy mother of god part 3 of this book destroyed me lol
crondeau_yvr's review against another edition
emotional
hopeful
informative
sad
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
4.75
anna0819's review against another edition
4.0
Helen Hoang does it again. I absolutely loved this book. I will say that it is not a “light” romcom this book tackles a lot of very heavy subjects but do so with love and respect. And that Author’s Note at the end….wow! I’m not crying you’re crying!❤️❤️
bubblybookie93's review against another edition
adventurous
emotional
funny
inspiring
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.75
In love with this book !!!! Arghhhh
womanwill's review against another edition
emotional
sad
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.5
joniallison23's review against another edition
emotional
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.0
meggy_b14's review against another edition
challenging
emotional
hopeful
inspiring
reflective
sad
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
5.0
I was honestly very determined to not give this trilogy another chance, but my "fomo" would not allow me and I'm very gals! It was definitely the best book e, even tho it looks like and easy to read romance, that not exactly how it goes. Family drama and weird dynamicsare very notorious and they make the reader hurt, a LOT. The romance is not the main focus of the book but it is has an important role in Anna's mental health and stability, which is portrayedin a realistic without being too heavy. Once more, the main character is autistic and the diagnosis arises in a very difficult period of her life, in which everything changes. I really enjoyed the book, being one of my favourite romance reads of this year. It's a great recommendation for anyone looking for a different romance and it's good that the trilogy does not have a strong bond in between books, making it possible to read this one without reading the previous ones.
Content Warnings
Moderate: Cancer and Death of parent
Minor: Suicidal thoughts and Infertility
mellerz's review against another edition
challenging
emotional
funny
hopeful
reflective
sad
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.5